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ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ vs ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A

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ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ

UK manufacturer specification · ROG Swift PG38UQ

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ROG Swift PG38UQ monitor, identified in the ASUS UK catalogue. Specifications below retain the manufacturer’s configuration and interface conditions.

Specifications checked 17 Oct 2026.

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Manufacturer specifications

WHICH SUITS YOU?

Choose the ROG Swift PG38UQ for

Higher stated native resolution: 3840x2160 vs 1920x1080
Larger stated screen diagonal: 38 in vs 23.8 in

Choose the TUF Gaming VG249QM1A for

Higher stated maximum refresh rate: 270 Hz vs 144 Hz
Smaller stated screen diagonal: 23.8 in vs 38 in

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ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A

UK manufacturer specification · TUF Gaming VG249QM1A

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TUF Gaming VG249QM1A monitor, identified in the ASUS UK catalogue. Specifications below retain the manufacturer’s configuration and interface conditions.

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Native resolution

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ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ3840x2160

Manufacturer specification

Source 1

ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A1920x1080

Manufacturer specification

Source 1

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Match the monitor to the connection. Refresh limits depend on the input, cable and source device. Confirm the exact regional ports, stand adjustment and mount. Manufacturer response-time methods such as MPRT and GtG are different; neither the image nor these figures establish an independent motion or colour-quality test.

WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?

Key differences

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Native resolution

In Visual facts

ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ3840x2160

ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A1920x1080

Sources

ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ

Manufacturer specification

ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ — official UK technical specifications

ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A

Manufacturer specification

ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A — official UK technical specifications

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Maximum refresh rate

In Visual facts

ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ144 Hz

ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A270 Hz

Sources

ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer-listed maximum; input-specific signal-frequency restrictions, overclocking and source/cable requirements remain as shown in the specifications. Digital Signal Frequency : HDMI: 30~350KHz(H) / 48~144Hz(V) DP: 30~350KHz(H) / 48~144Hz(V)

ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ — official UK technical specifications

ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer-listed maximum; input-specific signal-frequency restrictions, overclocking and source/cable requirements remain as shown in the specifications. Digital Signal Frequency : HDMI: 30~255KHz (H) / 48~240Hz (V) DisplayPort: 255~255KHz (H) / 48~270Hz(V)

ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A — official UK technical specifications

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Screen diagonal

In Visual facts

ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ38 in

ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A23.8 in

Sources

ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ

Manufacturer specification

ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ — official UK technical specifications

ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A

Manufacturer specification

ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A — official UK technical specifications

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Inputs and versions

In Visual facts

ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQDisplayPort 1.4 DSCx 1 HDMI (v2.1)x 2 (FRL) Earphone jack: Yes USB Hub: 4x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A

ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1ADisplayPort 1.2 x 1 HDMI(v2.0) x 2 Earphone Jack: Yes

Sources

ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ

Manufacturer specification

ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ — official UK technical specifications

ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A

Manufacturer specification

ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A — official UK technical specifications

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Stand and mounting details

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ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ1/4" Tripod Socket: Yes Tilt: Yes (+5° ~ -5°) Height Adjustment: No VESA Wall Mounting: 100x100mm Kensington Lock: Yes

ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1ATilt: Yes (+20° ~ -5°) Height Adjustment: No VESA Wall Mounting: 100x100mm Kensington Lock: Yes

Sources

ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ

Manufacturer specification

ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ — official UK technical specifications

ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A

Manufacturer specification

ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A — official UK technical specifications

Compare the supplied stand and mounting requirements. These affect positioning and desk fit; they do not establish panel quality. Check any separately stated limits or conflicting dimensions.

Audio and speaker specification

In Visual facts

ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQSpeaker:Yes(5Wx2)

ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1ASpeaker: Yes(2Wx2)

Sources

ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ

Manufacturer specification

ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ — official UK technical specifications

ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A

Manufacturer specification

ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A — official UK technical specifications

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Input-specific signal modes

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ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQDigital Signal Frequency: HDMI: 30~350KHz(H) / 48~144Hz(V) DP: 30~350KHz(H) / 48~144Hz(V)

ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1ADigital Signal Frequency: HDMI: 30~255KHz (H) / 48~240Hz (V) DisplayPort: 255~255KHz (H) / 48~270Hz(V)

Sources

ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ

Manufacturer specification

ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ — official UK technical specifications

ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A

Manufacturer specification

ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A — official UK technical specifications

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Dimensions with supplied configuration

ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQPhys. Dimension with stand (W x H x D): 86.10 x 58.39 x 25.54 cm (33.90" x 22.99" x 10.06")

ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1APhys. Dimension (W x H x D): 54.09 x 39.23 x 17.86 cm (21.30" x 15.44" x 7.03")

Sources

ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer estimated dimensions; original ordering, units and regional qualifications retained. See source for stand configuration.

ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ — official UK technical specifications

ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer estimated dimensions; original ordering, units and regional qualifications retained. See source for stand configuration.

ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A — official UK technical specifications

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WHAT EACH CHOICE ASKS OF YOU

What it brings and what to check

ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ

What it brings

Published monitor interfaces and configuration are available from the exact-model ASUS specification source.
Manufacturer source

What to check

Compatibility and maximum operating modes depend on the source’s stated hardware, firmware and connection requirements; manufacturer figures are not independent measurements.
Manufacturer source

ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A

What it brings

Published monitor interfaces and configuration are available from the exact-model ASUS specification source.
Manufacturer source

What to check

Compatibility and maximum operating modes depend on the source’s stated hardware, firmware and connection requirements; manufacturer figures are not independent measurements.
Manufacturer source

COMPARE THE DETAILS

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16 of 16 specifications Sources in each row

Source-backed specifications for ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ and ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A
Specification	ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ	ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A

Screen diagonalDifferent Sources ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ Manufacturer specification ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ — official UK technical specifications ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A Manufacturer specification ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A — official UK technical specifications	38 in	23.8 in
Native resolutionDifferent Sources ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ Manufacturer specification ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ — official UK technical specifications ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A Manufacturer specification ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A — official UK technical specifications	3840x2160	1920x1080
Panel technology Sources ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ Manufacturer specification ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ — official UK technical specifications ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A Manufacturer specification ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A — official UK technical specifications	Fast IPS	Fast IPS
Aspect ratio Sources ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ Manufacturer specification ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ — official UK technical specifications ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A Manufacturer specification ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A — official UK technical specifications	16:9	16:9
Panel coating Sources ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ Manufacturer specification ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ — official UK technical specifications ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A Manufacturer specification ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A — official UK technical specifications	Anti-Glare	Anti-Glare
Contrast-ratio claim Sources ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ Manufacturer specification ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ — official UK technical specifications ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A Manufacturer specification ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A — official UK technical specifications	1000:1	1000:1
Display colours Sources ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ Manufacturer specification ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ — official UK technical specifications ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A Manufacturer specification ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A — official UK technical specifications	16.7M	16.7M
Declared typical brightness Sources ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer typical claim; not measured luminance or HDR peak. Original: 350cd/㎡ ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ — official UK technical specifications ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer typical claim; not measured luminance or HDR peak. Original: 350cd/㎡ ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A — official UK technical specifications	350 cd/m²	350 cd/m²

Maximum refresh rateDifferent Sources ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer-listed maximum; input-specific signal-frequency restrictions, overclocking and source/cable requirements remain as shown in the specifications. Digital Signal Frequency : HDMI: 30~350KHz(H) / 48~144Hz(V) DP: 30~350KHz(H) / 48~144Hz(V) ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ — official UK technical specifications ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer-listed maximum; input-specific signal-frequency restrictions, overclocking and source/cable requirements remain as shown in the specifications. Digital Signal Frequency : HDMI: 30~255KHz (H) / 48~240Hz (V) DisplayPort: 255~255KHz (H) / 48~270Hz(V) ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A — official UK technical specifications	144 Hz	270 Hz
Response-time claim Sources ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ Manufacturer specification ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ — official UK technical specifications ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A Manufacturer specification ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A — official UK technical specifications	1ms(GTG)	1ms(GTG)
Input-specific signal modesDifferent Sources ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ Manufacturer specification ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ — official UK technical specifications ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A Manufacturer specification ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A — official UK technical specifications	Digital Signal Frequency: HDMI: 30~350KHz(H) / 48~144Hz(V) DP: 30~350KHz(H) / 48~144Hz(V)	Digital Signal Frequency: HDMI: 30~255KHz (H) / 48~240Hz (V) DisplayPort: 255~255KHz (H) / 48~270Hz(V)

Inputs and versionsDifferent Sources ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ Manufacturer specification ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ — official UK technical specifications ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A Manufacturer specification ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A — official UK technical specifications	DisplayPort 1.4 DSCx 1 HDMI (v2.1)x 2 (FRL) Earphone jack: Yes USB Hub: 4x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A	DisplayPort 1.2 x 1 HDMI(v2.0) x 2 Earphone Jack: Yes
Audio and speaker specificationDifferent Sources ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ Manufacturer specification ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ — official UK technical specifications ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A Manufacturer specification ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A — official UK technical specifications	Speaker:Yes(5Wx2)	Speaker: Yes(2Wx2)

Dimensions with supplied configurationDifferent Sources ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer estimated dimensions; original ordering, units and regional qualifications retained. See source for stand configuration. ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ — official UK technical specifications ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer estimated dimensions; original ordering, units and regional qualifications retained. See source for stand configuration. ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A — official UK technical specifications	Phys. Dimension with stand (W x H x D): 86.10 x 58.39 x 25.54 cm (33.90" x 22.99" x 10.06")	Phys. Dimension (W x H x D): 54.09 x 39.23 x 17.86 cm (21.30" x 15.44" x 7.03")
Stand and mounting detailsDifferent Sources ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ Manufacturer specification ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ — official UK technical specifications ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A Manufacturer specification ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A — official UK technical specifications	1/4" Tripod Socket: Yes Tilt: Yes (+5° ~ -5°) Height Adjustment: No VESA Wall Mounting: 100x100mm Kensington Lock: Yes	Tilt: Yes (+20° ~ -5°) Height Adjustment: No VESA Wall Mounting: 100x100mm Kensington Lock: Yes
Height adjustment Sources ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ Manufacturer specification ASUS ROG Swift PG38UQ — official UK technical specifications ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A Manufacturer specification ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM1A — official UK technical specifications	No	No

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